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How to Identify & Help Teen Boys Who Cut & Self-Harm
When you’re a parent, it can be overwhelming if you suspect your teen son is cutting himself. Unfortunately, it can be hard to notice when teens are inflicting self-harm. Here, we help you identify the warning signs and how to get your teen son help. What Are the...
How Can ADHD Treatment Help My Teen Son?
Having ADHD can affect every part of your teen son’s life, and you’re probably wondering the best way to help him. When it comes to treatment for ADHD, there are so many options to explore, it can be overwhelming. The best way to approach ADHD treatment is with a...
How Substance Abuse Treatment Works
Going through addiction recovery is more than just overcoming a drug or alcohol habit. Often, many addicts are facing multiple challenges in their lives. They need to learn healthy ways to address these challenges to have a successful rehabilitation. Substance abuse...
A Day in the Life of Your Teen Son at Lakeside Academy
Sending your teen son away for recovery is never an easy choice. To make it easier, we want you to know what a typical day looks like at Lakeside Academy. Here, we’ll break down what kind of activities, care and therapy your teen son will participate in during their...
Signs That Your Son Needs In-Depth Treatment for Depression
One question often asked by parents is, “How do I know when my teen son needs help for depression?” From struggling in school to having trouble with relationships, it’s hard to know if he’s just having a bad week or if something more serious is going on. The important...
How Do I Help My Son Believe in God?
God can be one of the greatest sources of comfort as we journey through life. Yet when it comes to teenagers, they may not be as devout in their faith. Whether he’s rejecting his faith or curious about learning more, there are ways to help your teen son believe in...
How to Sign Your Teen Son Up for Residential Treatment
As a parent, you want to do what’s best for your teen son. If he’s suffering from substance abuse or a mental health disorder, you might feel afraid and lost about how to help him. Residential treatment programs can provide your teen son with individualized services...
How Behavioral Health Treatment Works
Mental health is a frequently-discussed issue, but did you know it’s only one part of the picture? When people struggle with mental health disorders or substance abuse, they often need help in multiple areas of their lives. That’s where behavioral health treatment...
Warning Signs That Your Son Is Hanging With the Wrong Crowd
Teens are often hyper-focused on finding acceptance and belonging, which means they’re more susceptible to peer pressure and can easily fall into toxic friendships. If you’re suspicious of changes in your son’s behavior, it could be a sign that your son is hanging...
What to Expect When Your Son Is Enrolled at Lakeside Academy
Many parents ask us, “What can I expect when my son’s enrolled at Lakeside?” Here we lay out our holistic programming and what you can anticipate when your son attends Lakeside Academy. Academics and Project-Based Learning No matter the reason for your son’s...
Signs of Drug Use in Teen Boys
Has your teen boy been shut up in his room more than usual? Are his grades taking a downwards turn, or is he having emotional outbursts? Some of these symptoms are typical teen behavior. However, when they are accompanied by changes in appearance and other behaviors,...
Anger Management for Teen Boys
Anger is a perfectly normal emotion to feel. However, many teen boys struggle to express it in a healthy way. Anger often comes out as aggression towards people or even inanimate objects, which can have serious consequences. If your teen boy is struggling with...